Taroot - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Taroot is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Shimla. Bhont serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taroot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taroot is 024629. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Taroot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taroot
According to the 2011 Census, Taroot village had a total population of 11 people, including 8 males and 3 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Taroot
Taroot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taroot
Public transport in the Taroot is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taroot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Taroot is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taroot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taroot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taroot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taroot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taroot
Where is Taroot located?
Taroot village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taroot?
The Gram Panchayat of Taroot is Bhont.
What is the pincode of Taroot?
The pincode of Taroot is 171001.
What is the population of Taroot?
Taroot had a total population of 11, including 8 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Taroot?
Taroot had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taroot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taroot was 81.82%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 66.67%.